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    Crime

    Barricade suspect has long history of convictions - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com β€’ Crime β€’ California

    Kevin Perry, a 38-year-old Huntington Beach man with a lengthy criminal record, faces new charges after barricading himself and threatening police.

    Trial for man accused of killing girlfriend in Huntington Beach apartment begins - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com β€’ Crime β€’ California

    The trial of Craig Charron, accused of murdering his girlfriend Laura Sardinha in their Huntington Beach apartment, began with prosecutors detailing a history of abuse and the defense arguing self-defense.

    California Judge Is Convicted of Fatally Shooting His Wife - The New York Times

    nytimes.com β€’ Crime β€’ California

    A California judge was found guilty of second-degree murder for fatally shooting his wife during a drunken argument.

    In post-fire Altadena, fear and anxiety reign as burglary soars - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com β€’ Crime β€’ California

    Following the Eaton wildfire in Altadena, California, a surge in burglaries has left residents feeling anxious and unsafe, prompting comparisons to the more heavily secured Pacific Palisades.

    Laci Peterson's family is 'horrified' that husband Scott could go free as new evidence is revealed | Daily Mail Online

    dailymail.co.uk β€’ Crime β€’ California

    New evidence in the Scott Peterson murder case has prompted a petition for his release, horrifying Laci Peterson's family who maintain his guilt.

    Politics

    That's the Sound of Puckering in SoCal After DOJ Says It Will Find Where Homeless Billions Went – PJ Media

    pjmedia.com β€’ Politics β€’ California

    A Department of Justice investigation into the misallocation of $24 billion in California funds intended to address homelessness is underway, prompting scrutiny of government spending and potential corruption.

    Lawsuit

    Heidi Harmon loses case over firing from environmental group | San Luis Obispo Tribune

    sanluisobispo.com β€’ Lawsuit β€’ California

    Former San Luis Obispo Mayor Heidi Harmon lost a lawsuit against the Romero Institute, alleging wrongful termination after reporting discriminatory comments from supervisors.

    California homeless man wins $2.4-million wrongful termination lawsuit, but he's nowhere to be found - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com β€’ Lawsuit β€’ California

    A California homeless man, Daniel Ridge, was awarded $2.4 million in a wrongful termination lawsuit against Alameda Health System, but his current whereabouts are unknown.

    City of Paso Robles sues councilman over CA public records | San Luis Obispo Tribune

    sanluisobispo.com β€’ Lawsuit β€’ California

    The city of Paso Robles is suing a councilmember for non-compliance with California's Public Records Act, a potentially unprecedented legal action.

    Education

    The college majors that lead to the best-paying jobs for UC graduates

    sfchronicle.com β€’ Education β€’ California

    A Chronicle analysis reveals that computer science graduates from UC Berkeley enjoy the highest median earnings among UC and CSU graduates, significantly exceeding those from other campuses and majors.

    Environment

    Coastal Commission approves $1.8 million grant for Oceanside sand project

    sandiegouniontribune.com β€’ Environment β€’ California

    The California Coastal Commission approved a $1.8 million grant for Oceanside's Re:Beach sand replenishment project, a crucial step in addressing severe beach erosion.

    Foster Care

    L.A. County placed abused youth in hotels. Violence followed - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com β€’ FosterCare β€’ California

    Los Angeles County's housing of abused foster youth in hotels has resulted in violence against social workers, raising concerns about the safety and adequacy of this temporary solution.

    History

    South Bay history: For a brief period, Dancing Waters brought punk rock’s best to San Pedro – Daily Breeze

    dailybreeze.com β€’ History β€’ California

    The San Pedro nightclub, Dancing Waters, initially a bowling alley, briefly became a hub for 1980s punk rock before facing community backlash and ultimately being demolished to make way for an apartment building.

    News

    2 Separate deaths under investigation in Huntington Beach - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com β€’ News β€’ California

    Two separate deaths, a fatal pedestrian collision and an apparent suicide, occurred in Huntington Beach, California on Wednesday morning, prompting police investigations.